Description
Healthy chicken gyro bowls are fresh, flavorful, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Juicy marinated chicken is served over rice with crisp vegetables, creamy tzatziki sauce, and feta cheese for a balanced and satisfying meal perfect for meal prep or quick dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into strips or bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, sliced
- 2 cups lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into strips or bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Greek yogurt, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken to the marinade and coat evenly. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly charred.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce.
- Divide the cooked rice evenly into serving bowls.
- Arrange the cooked chicken, vegetables, and feta cheese over the rice.
- Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately while fresh and warm.
Notes
- Use quinoa, couscous, or cauliflower rice instead of rice if desired.
- Roasted chickpeas or sliced radishes add extra crunch and texture.
- Grilling the chicken adds a smoky flavor.
- Add olives or hummus for additional Mediterranean flavor.
- Store vegetables and sauce separately for the freshest meal prep results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
